5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Join the United Healthcare Network to engage with a panel of health care professionals from medicine, pharmacy, nursing and more. Learn about their journey, ask questions and network with those in attendance. The event will be in Virginia Rooms C-D, University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Register at the group's Instagram bio at @uhcnatvcu. Registrants will also receive a list of clinical and non-clinical opportunities based on their pre-health path/career goals.

For more information, contact Rakshitha Dasyam at dasyamr@vcu.edu.

Tuesday, Apr. 2, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Join the Public Health Student Association for daily events to celebrate National Public Health Week. This year's theme is "Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health." The association will host a presentation by Rich Killingsworth, executive director of VCU Health Hub, titled "The Art of Placemaking in Public Health: Its History and Future Opportunity." This discussion, in Room 644, One Capitol Square, 830 E. Main St., is open to all students, faculty and staff. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brooke Nissim-Sabat at nissimsabab@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/publichealthstudentassociation/rsvp_boot?id=1932327.

Tuesday, Apr. 2, 2024 from 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

VCU's Robertson School will host a virtual informational session for prospective students about its M.S. in mass communications with concentrations in integrated communication and media leadership. The school also offers a certificate in media and leadership. Join a session at this Zoom link: https://vcu.zoom.us/my/robertsongrad

For more information, contact Jonathan Brown at brownj64@vcu.edu or visit https://robertson.vcu.edu/academics/graduate/.

Tuesday, Apr. 2, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Join the Poetry Club at VCU for a night of fun and expression. Paint the night away with other poets. Bring your own poetry or become inspired by the poems provided. The session will be in Room 2129, Grace E. Harris Hall, 1015 Floyd Ave. All are welcome. Spots are limited; RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kaitlyn Lee at Leekj10@vcu.edu or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2GlLBNVH59zPsEYrwiXRj0tgcVgP9ctsY8Yw6koDL8CSOoQ/viewform?usp=sf_link.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Health Sciences Library will offer a hands-on experience designed to explore a Civil War-era amputation procedure. Participants will be challenged to correctly arrange the surgeon’s tools of amputation in the correct order for the procedure. Students who correctly guess the order will win a prize after spinning the library's new prize wheel. The session will be in the lobby of the library, 509 N. 12th St.

For more information, contact Sue Moss at mosssr2@vcu.edu or (804) 838-3737 or visit https://vcu.libcal.com/event/12148276.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 from 11 a.m. to noon

Learn how to use the tools you need to write your best statement. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Whether living with or without disability, ableism affects daily life for all of us, and we need connections with diverse groups of staff, students and faculty where we can share personal experiences and understand the unique stories of others. RAMmalogues, led by trained facilitators, is a respectful space for dialogue about who we are and what matters to us. The session will be held in Room 6101A, sixth floor, 912 W. Grace St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jan Altman at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/KE4X13H2kLrPtzN56.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 at noon

VCU's Bioinformatics Shared Resource will present an online demonstration of Tempus Lens, a self-service oncology data analytics platform that delivers on-demand access to Tempus multimodal data. Use Lens to generate or explore hypotheses, identify cohorts of interest and uncover critical research insights. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Jinze Liu, Ph.D., at mccbioinfo@vcu.edu or visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlcOuupz8qG9OoPlmxvueUh0sPBI5v-uqI#/registration.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

Carolin Schneider, M.D., RWTH Aachen University, will present an online research seminar titled, "Novel Preventive Strategies for Metabolic Liver Diseases - Personalized Medicine in Times of Big Data." Join online - no registration required - at https://vcuhealth.zoom.us/j/97679355685

For more information, contact Jennifer Sayne at Jennifer.Sayne@vcuhealth.org or visit https://liverinstitute.medschool.vcu.edu/.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Join VCU HR and RecWell for this full-body circuit training which takes the basics of martial arts and adds the fun. You'll be punching and kicking your way through 30 minutes of strength and cardio. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3PFWydI

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 at 6 p.m.

SpeakEasy, an open mic club, will host an open mic night in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Students can present their poetry, spoken word and songs. Questions: Visit the Instagram page @speakeasyatvcu

For more information, contact Jenna Abed at abedjn@vcu.edu or visit https://www.instagram.com/speakeasyatvcu/.

Wednesday, Apr. 3, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Hear Monique Washington discuss “Risk of Major Congenital Malformations and Exposure to Antiseizure Medication Monotherapy” at a virtual meeting of the club. Students who join will also be automatically considered for Medical Journal Club’s MCAT Scholarship, which covers a $3,199 MCAT course through Kaplan. The Zoom link is https://vcu.zoom.us/j/83815994580

For more information, contact Medical Journal Club at VCU at mjc.vcu@gmail.com or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/mjc/home/.

Thursday, Apr. 4, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn to use the necessary tools to professionally communicate in a positive, skillful, confident manner. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Friday, Apr. 5, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Learn to feel comfortable with the process of paraphrasing in academic writing. Register for the Zoom link at the following URL.

For more information, contact Trey Burnart Hall at hallbr@vcu.edu or visit https://writing.vcu.edu/calendar/.

Saturday, Apr. 6, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Filipino Americans Coming Together will hold its annual art market in the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Artists will be selling prints, crochet, charms and a variety of other items. For more information, follow FACT on Instagram @factatvcu.

For more information, contact Reagan Kelly at facteboard@gmail.com.

Sunday, Apr. 7, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Come out to see speakers and artists from the VCU community and explore their ideas. The event will include talks and art and will be followed by a participant meet-and-greet and light refreshments. The event will be in the theater of the University Student Commons, 907 Floyd Ave. Reserve a free ticket at the following URL.

For more information, contact TEDxVCU at tedx@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.campusgroups.com/tedxvcu/rsvp_boot?id=1932005.

Monday, Apr. 8, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m.

The Humanities Research Center will present an online author talk with Jessica Nelson on her book "Joy Rides Through the Tunnel of Grief." Nelson will discuss the intersections of her research, creative process and teaching. She will offer insights into framing a memoir through a conceptual lens. Register for the webinar at the following URL.

For more information, contact Rani Sisavath at sisavathr@vcu.edu or visit https://bit.ly/nel0408.

Monday, Apr. 8, 2024 at 5 p.m.

Are you a special educator with a provisional license in special education - general curriculum in Virginia? The School of Education's fully online Graduate Certificate in Special Education K-12 Teaching is built for you. Learn more about the program's discounted 27-credit-hour program that meets your licensure requirements according to your timeline. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Brandon Norris at norrisbs@vcu.edu or visit https://connect.soe.vcu.edu/register/CertSpecSP24.

Tuesday, Apr. 9, 2024 from 12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

This documentary explores how prosthetic science challenges conventional thinking about limb loss. The film showcases cutting-edge research in robotics and neuroscience driving the creation of innovative prosthetic devices. Additionally, it shares personal experiences of amputees who benefit from these innovations. The documentary highlights the potential of this transformative science to improve the quality of life for individuals with limb loss, particularly children and veterans who face unique challenges and opportunities. The screening, in the lecture room of the Health Sciences Library, 509 N. 12th St., is free, but registration at the following URL is recommended.

For more information, contact Sue Moss at mosssr2@vcu.edu or (804) 838-3737 or visit https://www.library.vcu.edu/about/events/2023-2024/real-life-film-series.html.

Tuesday, Apr. 9, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

All managers of one or more staff members are invited to attend a VCU HR Manager Town Hall via Zoom. Hear more about VCU HR’s Culture of Care and Appreciation work, share resources and feedback and build relationships that will help better support managers and all VCU employees. Register no later than 2 p.m. Friday, April 5 in Talent@VCU at the following URL.

For more information, contact Carol Ann Lawson at lawsonca3@vcu.edu or visit https://vcu.csod.com/ui/lms-learning-details/app/event/08db00e4-6e7e-44ab-aa39-40654cf372a0.

Wednesday, Apr. 10, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Discover the depth of the human spirit through VCU Choirs' presentation of "Anchors of the Soul: A Celebration of Black Composers” and “Soul Searching." Experience a soulful exploration of music that touches the heart and resonates with the soul, featuring stirring performances by the Vox Concordia, Black Awakening Gospel Choir and Commonwealth Singers. The event will be held in the Sonia Vlahcevic Concert Hall, W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave. All students with VCU ID will be admitted for $5. General admission is $10.

For more information, contact Christopher Hansen, Ph.D., at hansenc3@vcu.edu or visit https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/94056788/spring-choral-concert-richmond-sonia-vlahcevic-concert-hallsingleton-center-for-the-performing-arts.

Thursday, Apr. 11, 2024 at 6:35 p.m.

Rock the black and gold and celebrate VCU Night at the Diamond, 3001 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd., as the Flying Squirrels take on the Akron Rubber Ducks. Enjoy fireworks from inside the fences after the game. VCU alums will receive a discounted ticket and T-shirt offer. Buy tickets at the following URL

For more information, contact Sarah Ramkey, Director of Alumni and Student Engagement, VCU Alumni at ramkeysm@vcu.edu or visit https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Vcunight1.

Saturday, Apr. 13, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Big Event at VCU is a one-day, student-run service project where Rams come together to thank the residents of Richmond. VCU SGA will provide leadership to help complete service projects such as yard work and painting. The event will kick off in Room 1030J, West Grace North Residence Hall, 830 W. Grace St. Register at the following URL.

For more information, contact Lisa Cooper at lcooper4@vcu.edu or visit https://cglink.me/2dV/r1932435.

Tuesday, Apr. 16, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The VCU and VCU Health communities are invited to attend the 2024 Presidential Awards for Community Multicultural Enrichment. Loren Melton Glasper, granddaughter of Herman D. Melton, Sr. will present the Riese-Melton Award. The ceremony will be in the Richmond Salons, University Student Commons. 907 Floyd Ave. RSVP at the following URL.

For more information, contact Corey Martin at inclusive@vcu.edu or visit https://forms.gle/AC5raf5DoMu7jKRo8.

Thursday, Apr. 18, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

VCU HR Employee Relations and the Learning, Development and Organizational Culture team are facilitating a bi-monthly series of Leadership in Action workshops for managers of university and academic professionals and classified staff. The goal of the April 18 session is to help managers better understand employee leave. Register by Monday, April 15 in Talent at the following URL.

For more information, contact Penny McFarline at mcfarlinep@vcu.edu or visit https://rb.gy/e9bdg1.

Sunday, Apr. 21, 2024 from noon to 4 p.m.

If pickleball is your jam, join VCU Police and GO FORWARD GIVE BACK for a tournament at Pouncey Tract Park, 4747 Pouncey Tract Road, Glen Allen. Pickleball paddle donations are requested for GO FORWARD GIVE BACK Summer youth pickleball tournament. Medals and lunch are included and registration is free; 40 players are needed with a special incentive for the first eight to register. Register at the following email address.

For more information, contact Sgt. Jasmine Merricks at jnmerricks@vcu.edu.

In this month's blog, VCU's Integrity and Compliance Office explains why "dumb" questions should be embraced and how hitting "Send" too quickly can (inadvertently) violate federal law. See the blog at the following URL.

For more information, contact Kim McQuillen at mcquillenka@vcu.edu or (804) 828-2028 or visit https://blogs.vcu.edu/ico/2024/03/28/compliance-corner-issue-3-3/.

VCU students and RecWell members are invited to build their fundamental swimming technique in the Spring 2023 adult swim program. Lessons are designed for older teens and adults and participants should be comfortable learning basic skills in both shallow and deep water. Program dates are Monday, April 8 to Wednesday, May 1. Register at the following URL by Friday, April 5 at noon.

For more information, contact Mat Scott at aquatics@vcu.edu or visit https://portal.recwell.vcu.edu/Program?classificationId=7ed7ea86-88d1-4cc7-8094-d6560f38fd1d.

Are you or another student you know passionate about social justice, facilitating dialogue and building community? Consider applying to the Diversity Ambassadors Program with Residential Life and Housing. Online applications for the 2024-2025 cohort are due on Monday, April 8. Apply at the following URL. You do not need to live on campus to qualify for the position.

For more information, contact Aimee Lavo, VCU Residence Life & Housing at rlhdiversity@vcu.edu or (757) 752-7702 or visit https://forms.gle/8Avdpq7tSHaLVJjWA.

A draft of the revised Working @ VCU: "Great Place" HR Policy is available for public comment until Friday, April 5. Go to the following URL and select "Policies Open for Public Comment" to comment on the draft policy.

For more information, contact Jason Block at blockj2@vcu.edu or visit http://policy.vcu.edu.

Getting your ducks in a row before you retire is important. Join Bill from Fidelity and VCU HR for a brief overview virtually and a chance to ask questions. Register in Talent@VCU or at: https://bit.ly/3PyRack

For more information, contact Cindi Phares at cphares@vcu.edu or visit https://ramstrong.vcu.edu/events/upcoming-events-for-employees/.

VCU;s Finance Office announces the launch of its latest initiative aimed at fostering transparency and understanding within the university community. Understanding VCU’s Finances is a website for breaking down and explaining the university's financial operations, including breakdowns of budget allocations and terms and details about how funds are utilized across various departments and initiatives. Contact the following email address to share thoughts and questions.

For more information, contact AVP Finance Office at avpfinance@vcu.edu or visit http://www.about.finance.vcu.edu/.

"Tendril" is a solo exhibition by Patrice Renee Washington at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art at the Markel Center, 601 W. Broad St., through Sunday, June 9. Working primarily in ceramics, Washington investigates structures of race, class and gender and considers how identity can be manipulated and shaped to achieve different ends. The works in this exhibition share a common concern: to reveal how opposing meanings can coalesce into singular cultural symbols.

For more information, contact Seychelle Stableford at ica@vcu.org or visit https://icavcu.org/exhibitions/patricereneewashingtontendril/.

Chemotherapy may impact memory, attention, processing speed, multitasking and problem-solving. We hope to improve our understanding of these difficulties and identify women who are at the most risk for having them. We are seeking healthy female volunteers (35-68 years) free of MRI contraindications. Participation involves two study visits 12-18 months apart. Visits include brain MRI and online assessments.

For more information, contact Eliza Thrall at cancerwellness@vcuhealth.org or (804) 628-8869.